Software Engineer 3

Software Engineer 3

PayPal, Inc. seeks Software Engineer 3 in San Jose, CA

Job Duties: Oversee the architecture and development of backend systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior software developers and contribute to best practices in software development. Work closely with product managers, front-end developers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specifications and software solutions. Conduct software code reviews to maintain code quality, performance, and security, implement and maintain automated testing frameworks. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in backend software development. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and bugs to ensure optimal software application performance. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software code, APIs, and technical processes. Assist in planning, estimation, and execution of software projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products. Identify and advocate for new software technologies and methodologies to improve development processes and product offerings. Partial telecommuting may be permitted from within a commutable distance.

Minimum Requirements: Master's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field plus three years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.

Special Skill Requirements:

• Experience designing and developing large-scale software applications using Object-Oriented Design and Java (3 years)
• Experience in Java related frameworks such as Spring Boot and Hibernate (3 years)
• Experience with RESTful API design and development (3 years)
• Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems (3 years)
• Experience with database technologies such as SQL, NoSQL, and in-memory databases (3 years)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) (3 years)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (3 years)
• Experience with code versioning tools, such as Git (3 years)

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:

EOE, including disability/vets.

The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:

Primary Location | Pay Range:

San Jose, California | Salary: $169,262.00-243,500.00 per annum. 40 hours per week; M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately.

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we're committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can't do this without our most important asset-you. That's why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.

Belonging at PayPal:

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.